We all want to see crime in our communities decrease, but there’s usually not enough government budget to go around to hire enough police officers to get the job done. But there are some Read More
There’s lots of anxiety and concern over U.S. President Donald Trump’s intentions to place a 25% tariff on Canadian exports. But how should Canada respond? Joining BCN’s Jeannette Rocher to discuss, is Read More
Nearly one hundred thousand dollars has been raised so far to support the Bucud family, after their three small children were struck by a vehicle on the way to school last week. Kyera Kowal, the Read More
When it comes to saving lives, every single second matters, that’s why Lethbridge Police along with Fire and Emergency Service partnered in the creation of the Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) program. The new Read More
At least 20 employee and hundreds of students could be affected by the closure of the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada program, provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. This includes the LINC program at Read More
A Cardiac Science Gala will be held in Lethbridge this Saturday. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of the fact that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the South Read More
The highly anticipated Winter Career Fair at the University of Lethbridge attracted thousands of students to speak directly with employers about their needs, how to apply for positions and even how to get hired. Our Read More
Residents of a north Lethbridge neighborhood were shocked this morning when police knocked on their door to tell them a body had been found in their alley. Lethbridge Police Service was on the scene between 1Read More
Donald Trump tells reporters Canada should expect tariffs by February 1. Meanwhile, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says parliament needs to resume to properly deal with incoming U.S. threat. Toronto Sun Political columnist Brian Lilley discusses Read More
More than 16 thousand hectares and damage to thousands of buildings is the result felt by Angelenos so far left by the fires in Los Angeles. Here in Alberta, we are no strangers to wildfires, so Read More
Some weeks have passed since Donald Trump proposed to annex Canada as the 51st state of the United States. What at first sounded like a bad joke has gained strength. Our BCN’ s Heidi Echavarria Read More
The Chinook is a particular phenomenon, well known to people in Western Canada, that brings warm and dry winds during the wintertime. Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment Canada, Alysa Pederson, explains how this phenomenon works Read More
The Christmas season has wrapped up and so has 2024! So, how did we do economically in Southern Alberta – and what are things looking like going into 2025? Trevor Lewington, CEO of Economic Development Lethbridge joins BCN’Read More
Bridge City News’ Hal Roberts had a Year End Interview with Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen. They discussed property tax increase, more boots on the ground for police in the city & the plan moving forward Read More
The Lethbridge West riding will remain orange. The NDP’s Rob Miyashiro won with 53 per cent of the vote during Wednesday night’s by-election. He beat out John Middleton-Hope of the UCP by 1150 votes. In Read More
Making memories with those you love is what makes Christmas extra special. But for those who’ve lost loved ones, Christmas is a difficult holiday to get through. Abe Block, retired pastor, shares with BCN’Read More
There is going to be a change to Alberta’s electricity market. Officials say it will restore the balance between affordability, reliability and sustainability. Alberta’s Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf joined BCN’Read More
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith met with western governors in Las Vegas recently. She got some face time with the South Dakota governor who is Donald Trump’s pick for Homeland Security Secretary. Our legislative reporter, Read More
As part of Giving Tuesday the annual Buy A Student A Breakfast campaign is on at the University of Lethbridge. The President of the U of L Alumni Association, Cyndi Crane, says that Uof L Read More
Alberta’s municipal elections will take place Oct 20, 2025. Lethbridge City officials say some big changes will be taking place next year. Bonnie Hilford, Elections Returning Officer and Lethbridge City Clerk says the modifications are in Read More
Our legislative reporter, Tyler Dawson, says Premier Smith and her party are taking a very strong line in protecting the oilsands in Fort McMurray under the Alberta Sovereignty Act, which many would argue is a Read More
Research suggests that good mental health is more than the absence of an illness, it is a positive consequence of well-being. Mark Slomp, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of Student Services at the University of Read More
UCP Candidate John Middleton-Hope and NDP Candidate Rob Miyashiro speak on their excitement on the now-called Lethbridge West byelection set for December 18th.Read More
Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi and NDP nominee for Lethbridge-West Rob Miyashiro answered questions from the media after a speaking and Q&A event with the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce.Read More
As you have heard on Bridge City News the Trudeau government wants to put an emissions cap on our oil and gas sector which would be 35 per cent less than 2019 levels. Premier Danielle Smith has Read More
The federal government is urging the union of Postal Workers and Canada Post to negotiate a settlement ahead of a looming 72-hour strike notice by workers. Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon says Ottawa is hoping to Read More
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and UCP Candidate for Lethbridge-West John Middleton-Hope took questions from the media, including when the Lethbridge-West byelection will be called.Read More
When most of us think about Remembrance Day and the war it’s usually about the soldiers and veterans themselves who come to mind. But there is so much more to the story. During the Read More
Recognizing Remembrance Day in Canada is a way to honour all of those who fought and died for our freedoms. There is a unique museum in the town of Nanton, Alberta which honours our Canadian Read More
It is important to always remember our veterans especially this time of year as Remembrance Day approaches. There is a place in Lethbridge that helps provide for veterans in many ways. It is called the Read More
Recent News
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Lethbridge Polytechnic names fall 2026 valedictorian
A Therapeutic Recreation student is being recognized as Lethbridge Polytechnic’s valedictorian for the school’s Fall 2026 Convocation. Sarah Watters, who is graduating...
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Lethbridge Jewish and Palestinian communities reflect on October-7
Three years ago, on October 7, 2023, the militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel, killing more...
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$287M water expansion proposal presented to Lethbridge Council
Lethbridge City Council has been presented with a $287M business case for a regional water and wastewater expansion that could...
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Weapons report prompts Southside school-lockdown, youth in custody
Multiple southside schools were placed under external lockdown Tuesday afternoon as Lethbridge Police investigated a possible weapons complaint, with one...
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University commits to recruitment on World Teachers Day
As Monday marks World Teachers Day, the University of Lethbridge and its Faculty of Education says it’s finding ways to be responsive...
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Recent Interviews
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Lethbridge Polytechnic names fall 2026 valedictorian
A Therapeutic Recreation student is being recognized as Lethbridge Polytechnic’s valedictorian for the school’s Fall 2026 Convocation. Sarah Watters, who is graduating...
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Lethbridge Jewish and Palestinian communities reflect on October-7
Three years ago, on October 7, 2023, the militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel, killing more...
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$287M water expansion proposal presented to Lethbridge Council
Lethbridge City Council has been presented with a $287M business case for a regional water and wastewater expansion that could...
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Weapons report prompts Southside school-lockdown, youth in custody
Multiple southside schools were placed under external lockdown Tuesday afternoon as Lethbridge Police investigated a possible weapons complaint, with one...
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Lethbridge Police recruiting volunteer Crisis Support Workers
Lethbridge Police are looking for volunteers to help victims and witnesses of crime through some of the most difficult moments...
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